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BMW X3

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

L40 ATWMOT history

L40 ATW is a grey petrol BMW X3 first used on 29 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 148,238 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2026.

L40 ATW grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
148,238 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,457 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 ATW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 ATW was last recorded at 148,238 miles on 13 Jun 2026, 2,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,238 miles · 10 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
2,000 miles
Average per year
6,457 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,238 miles
  • 2025 – 144,347 miles
  • 2024 – 141,688 miles
  • 2023 – 139,025 miles
  • 2022 – 134,019 miles
  • 2021 – 126,090 miles
  • 2020 – 125,564 miles
  • 2019 – 110,398 miles
  • 2018 – 96,260 miles
  • 2017 – 87,048 miles
  • 2016 – 76,256 miles
  • 2014 – 63,991 miles
  • 2013 – 54,989 miles
  • 2012 – 46,111 miles
  • 2010 – 42,970 miles
  • 2009 – 33,498 miles
  • 2007 – 27,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,238 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,238 miles (+2,000)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    148,238 miles
    Test number
    663936157321
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Fail146,238 miles (+1,891)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,238 miles
    Test number
    548442307517
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass144,347 miles (+2,659)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    144,347 miles
    Test number
    653534552567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass141,688 miles (+2,663)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    141,688 miles
    Test number
    159720027854
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass139,025 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    139,025 miles
    Test number
    538467480823
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre light on

  6. Fail139,025 miles (+5,006)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,025 miles
    Test number
    937473066533
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre light on

  7. Pass134,019 miles (+25)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    134,019 miles
    Test number
    927199472017
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Fail133,994 miles (+7,904)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,994 miles
    Test number
    224132427489
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass126,090 miles (+526)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,090 miles
    Test number
    519471355879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail125,564 miles (+15,166)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,564 miles
    Test number
    863666754128
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass110,398 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    110,398 miles
    Test number
    369739477681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail110,380 miles (+14,120)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,380 miles
    Test number
    174821557569
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass96,260 miles (+9,212)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    96,260 miles
    Test number
    568548245001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,048 miles (+10,792)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    87,048 miles
    Test number
    391641525363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    76,256 miles
    Test number
    417365362502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,256 miles (+12,265)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,256 miles
    Test number
    256182988955
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  17. Pass63,991 miles (+9,002)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    63,991 miles
    Test number
    837430034264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has cuts on the inner edge (wearing uneven)

  18. Pass54,989 miles (+8,878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    54,989 miles
    Test number
    977421733227
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass46,111 miles (+3,141)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    46,111 miles
    Test number
    887804922066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,970 miles (+4,857)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    42,970 miles
    Test number
    604534460327
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll discs slight wear

  21. Pass38,113 miles (+4,615)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    38,113 miles
    Test number
    584576220092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass33,498 miles (+5,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    33,498 miles
    Test number
    881238709055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass27,919 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    27,919 miles
    Test number
    480739597202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail27,900 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,900 miles
    Test number
    522587497221
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn smooth on inner edges also wearing into sidewalls

Questions about L40 ATW

Does L40 ATW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 ATW is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 ATW?
The MOT on L40 ATW is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 ATW done?
L40 ATW was recorded at 148,238 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2026, an average of 6,457 miles a year.
Has L40 ATW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 ATW has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 ATW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L40 ATW find?
L40 ATW passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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